Head of Production 2 | Leitung Produktion 2 (m/w/d)
Biotest AG
Job Summary
This senior leadership role requires developing and implementing a robust manufacturing strategy for plasma-derived therapeutics, ensuring efficient production and alignment with organizational goals. The Head of Production is responsible for overseeing all operational aspects, including process optimization, resource management, and defining key performance indicators (KPIs) related to efficiency, quality, and cost, utilizing data analysis. A core function involves ensuring strict compliance with global regulations such as FDA, EMA, and cGMP, and leading necessary audits and inspections. The role demands strong leadership, focusing on building, managing, and developing a large, diverse production team while fostering continuous improvement. The incumbent will collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams (Quality Assurance, Supply Chain) to support product development and drive initiatives like automation and digital transformation to enhance manufacturing processes and product quality. This position is ideal for an experienced leader in the biopharmaceutical or plasma industry ready to drive strategic growth and operational excellence.
Required Skills
Education
Master's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field
Experience
- Long-term experience in a leadership role in production within the biopharmaceutical or plasma industry
- Long-term leadership experience in managing, fostering, and developing large teams
- Profound experience in production monitoring, KPI management, staffing models, change management, and cost controlling
Languages
Additional
- Deep knowledge of global regulations for plasma products, including risk management and quality assurance principles.
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